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What’s the best way to prevent a thief from entering your home?

April 21st, 2010
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To prevent a home invasion, locking your doors with deadbolts should be the first line of defense. Learn about other ways to prevent a home invasion.

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Top 5 Home Security Tips

April 21st, 2010
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Home security is important to keep your family and your house safe from crime. Check out these top 5 home security tips.

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Top 10 Simple Ways to Discourage Break-ins

April 21st, 2010
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Break-ins are easy to prevent. Criminals tale the path of least resistance. Learn how you can keep criminals at bay and prevent break-ins.

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Inside a Combination Lock

April 21st, 2010
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A fascinating look inside a combination lock!

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How to Install a Lockset

April 21st, 2010
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Every door needs a lockset. Some doors come predrilled for standard-size locksets, others require drilling. Learn how to install a lockset.

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How to Install a Home Security System

April 21st, 2010
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There are many good home security systems sold in kit forms that can be installed by any do-it-yourselfer. Learn instructions for this project.

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How Safecracking Works

April 21st, 2010
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Safecracking is a matter of the right tools, the right skills and lots of patience. Learn the ins and outs of safecracking, from lock manipulation to exploding safes.

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How Pepper Spray Works

April 21st, 2010
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Pepper spray is a common law enforcement and self-defense tool. Check out this article and learn all about how pepper spray works.

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How Locks Work

April 21st, 2010
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This set of articles includes explanations of lockpicking and safecracking, as well as the mechanical workings of many of the most common types of locks.

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How Lock Picking Works

April 21st, 2010
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Lock picking allows people to open locks with only a few tools. Learn how to pick a lock, about types of keys and locks and about locksmith tools.

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